R&D ENGINEERING MANAGER

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Research and Development engineering team to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Implement strategic plans for research and development projects while keeping in alignment with company objectives.
• Identify emerging technologies and trends relevant to the pump and heavy equipment industry and recommend innovations.
• Oversee the design, development, and testing of diesel-engine-powered systems and heavy equipment.
• Perform and review FEA to optimize designs for performance, durability, and manufacturability.
• Ensure adherence to and management of engineering change request (ECR) processes.
• Lead and manage engineering change requests and subsequent engineering change orders.
• Manage product data through SolidWorks PDM.
• Allocate resources effectively to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and teamwork within the R&D department.
• Evaluate the feasibility and potential impact of new ideas, products, and technologies.
• Ensure all designs and products are compliant with regulatory requirements and industry standards (DOT, EPA, CPB, HI, etc.).
• Provide mentorship, training, and performance evaluations for engineering team members.
• Assist and assure all testing standards and equipment are in accordance with relevant ISO and Hydraulic Institute procedures.
• Support manufacturing and service teams by providing engineering expertise for troubleshooting and product enhancements.
• Assist in the training of other factory personnel on newly introduced products.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10 years of experience in product design, R&D, or engineering management, preferably in the pump or heavy equipment industry.
• Experience with diesel engines, FEA, and heavy equipment design.

Equal Employment Opportunity